Speech Language Pathologist-Marcus Autism Center

choa; Georgia; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta in Georgia seeks a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to provide high-quality care for patients from newborn to 20 years old, within established standards and as part of the rehabilitation team.

You will evaluate patients, develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans, document diligently, involve caregivers, and supervise assistants and trainees. Travel to clinical locations may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Communication Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited school.
• Georgia licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.
• ASHA CCC in Speech-Language Pathology.
• BLS certification within 30 days of employment.
• Knowledge of pediatric theory and practice.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients, meeting established standards.
• Develops and implements evidence-based treatment plans.
• Completes documentation accurately and timely.
• Involves caregivers in care with education and tailored documentation.
• Provides clinical oversight to aides, fellows, rehab staff and students.
• Maintains age-specific competencies across all age groups.
• Travels to clinical locations as required by program needs.

Skills

Pediatric theory

Oral and written communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in Communication Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Work Shift

Day

Work Day(s)

Monday-Friday

Shift Start Time

Variable

Shift End Time

Variable

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.

Job Description

Provides the highest quality age-appropriate care for patients newborn to 20 years of age within scope of practice and established standards for speech-language pathology. Functions effectively as a member of the rehabilitation team. Supports the mission of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.

Experience

• No minimum experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in pediatrics or related experience in speech-language pathology

Education

• Master's degree in Communication Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited school

Certification Summary

• Georgia licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
• American Speech-Language Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of pediatric theory and practice
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective communication of information
• Positive interpersonal skills and ability to function in an interdisciplinary environment

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients, meeting established standards.
• Develops appropriate plan of care and implements effective treatment interventions founded in evidence-based practice so that functional outcomes are achieved.
• Completes documentation, meeting departmental standards for content, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Involves the patient's caregivers in their care, offering effective education and documentation tailored to the learning needs of both the patient and their caregivers.
• Provides clinical oversight to Speech-Language Pathology Aides, Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow/paid clinical experience, Rehab Aides and students as assigned.
• Demonstrates competencies that incorporate age-specific guidelines, including N=Neonate (less than 30 days), I=Infant (30 days to 1 year), EC = Early Childhood (1-5 years), LC = Late Childhood (5-13 years), A = Adolescent (13-18 years), AD = Adult (greater than 18 years as applicable), and ALL = all ages.
• Participates in maintaining and monitoring the work environment to ensure a continual state of accreditation readiness.
• Travels to clinical locations to provide patient care based on patient census, program development, and/or contract obligations with physician practices.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

1920 Briarcliff Rd NE

Job Family

Rehab